Chrome 79 for Android Update Rollout Restarts With Fix for App Data Deleting Bug

A Google spokesperson has confirmed that the rollout of Chrome 79.0.3945.93 for Android has begun.

Advertisement
By Tasneem Akolawala | Updated: 18 December 2019 14:44 IST
Highlights
  • The rollout of the latest Chrome for Android version is 79.0.3945.93
  • It contains the fix for the bug that deleted user data from specific apps
  • Google had paused the update, after app developers reported the issue
Chrome 79 for Android Update Rollout Restarts With Fix for App Data Deleting Bug

Google Chrome 79 for Android latest update brings a big bug fix

Earlier this week, Google paused the rollout of Chrome 79 for Android users after a bug was reported by developers. This bug led to the deletion of user data and resetting of some mobile apps. However, a fix has now been found, and it has been added to the rollout of Chrome 79.0.3945.93 for Android. The update rollout has commenced once again, and Android users must keep a lookout for this update, especially users who were affected by the bug.

A Google spokesperson confirmed to ZDNet that the rollout of Chrome 79.0.3945.93 for Android has begun, and it brings a fix for the app data deleting bug. The update was paused earlier this week after the Chromium bug tracker labelled the data deletion issue as ‘catastrophe'. Essentially, users of specific apps found that all the data inside the apps were lost after updating to Chrome 79. It seemed like the apps simply did a reset without any intervention from the user. The Google spokesperson told ZDNet that affected users' lost data will also be restored this week. "This app data was not lost and will be made visible in apps when we deliver an update this week. We apologise for any inconvenience," the spokesperson said in a statement.

Because Google's developers switched the location of the Chrome directory in Chrome 79, user data in APIs like WebSQL was left in the old location, and wasn't moved to the new directory. Affected app developers informed Google about the issue, and it essentially affected apps that relied on WebView or local storage to store user data. Once Google was aware, it immediately paused the update.

The report says that only 15 percent of the entire Chrome for Android database received the buggy update, instead of the earlier reported 50 percent. In the new Chrome 79 update for Android users, Chrome and WebView updates are synced, helping fix impacted apps and bringing back the lost data as well.

Advertisement

Chrome 79 for Android Rollout Paused After Bug Wipes User Data in Some Apps

 

For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube.

Advertisement

Related Stories

Popular Mobile Brands
  1. Amazon Prime Day Sale: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Discount Revealed
  2. Lumio Arc 5, Arc 7 Projectors Launched in India: Price and Specifications
  3. Nothing Headphone 1 Review: Retro Cool, Balanced Sound
  4. Karki OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
  5. Itel City 100 Launched in India With 5,200mAh Battery, IP64 Rating
  6. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Leak Suggests 16GB RAM, Camera Upgrades, More
  7. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 Said to Get a Significant Price Hike in India
  1. Realme 15 Pro 5G Leaked Render Shows Design Ahead of India Launch
  2. Samsung Smart Monitor M9 With QD-OLED Display Launched in India Alongside Refreshed M8, M7 Models
  3. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Said to Get 16GB RAM, Improved Telephoto Lens, More
  4. Xiaomi Compact Power Bank 20,000mAh Launched in India With Built-In Cable: Price, Features
  5. Forza Motorsport Team 'No More', Romero Games 'Completely Closed' Following Microsoft Cuts
  6. Honor X70 Tipped to Launch With an 8,300mAh Battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC
  7. iPhone 15 to Get a Discount During Amazon Prime Day 2025 Sale: Price Revealed
  8. Realme 15 Series to Feature AI Edit Genie, a Voice-Enabled Photo Editing Tool
  9. Amazon India Is Bringing Rufus AI Assistant to Desktop, to Help Users During Prime Day Sale 2025
  10. Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to Be Available Under Rs. 80,000
Gadgets 360 is available in
Download Our Apps
Available in Hindi
© Copyright Red Pixels Ventures Limited 2025. All rights reserved.